License Holder
Already hold a license
2,520 AED
- Eye Test & File Opening
- Theory Classes
- 5 Final Classes
- 1 Exam Fee
Complete, transparent fee breakdown for all categories — Beginner, GCC/UAE Nationals, Expired License Holders, and existing License Holders. No hidden charges at Al Shaab Driving School.
Select the category that applies to you. Each includes a detailed breakdown of all fees — no surprises.
Already hold a license
UAE or GCC nationality
Previously held a license
No prior experience
Every dirham accounted for. Tap a category to see the complete itemized breakdown of Sharjah driving license fees 2026.
No prior driving experience — 30 classes total
UAE local or GCC citizen — 10 classes total
Previously held a license that expired — 15 classes total
Already hold a valid driving license — 5 classes total
Important: The trainee shall be provided with a maximum of 2 classes a day (40 minutes each). In the event of the trainee's failure in any step, the training classes as decided by the testing committee & test fees shall be payable.
Side-by-side comparison of all Sharjah driving license fee categories at a glance.
| Feature | Beginner | GCC/UAE | Expired | License Holder |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Classes | 30 | 10 | 15 | 5 |
| Parking Phase | Yes (5) | Yes (4) | Yes (5) | No |
| Assessment | Yes (15) | No | Yes (5) | No |
| Final Phase | Yes (10) | Yes (6) | Yes (5) | Yes (5) |
| Exam Fees | 3× | 2× | 3× | 1× |
| First Payment | 1,227.50 AED (All Categories) | |||
| Grand Total | 5,357.50 | 3,072.50 | 4,255 | 2,520 |
Everything you need to know about Sharjah driving license fees in 2026, including payment methods, class requirements, and what happens if you fail the test.
In Sharjah 2026, the cost depends on your category: Beginner — 5,357.50 AED, GCC/UAE National — 3,072.50 AED, Expired License Holder — 4,255 AED, and License Holder — 2,520 AED. All categories require an initial payment of 1,227.50 AED for the eye test, file opening, and theory classes at Al Shaab Driving School.
The first step payment for all categories is 1,227.50 AED. This covers three items: Eye Test (100 AED), Opening File (245 AED), and Theory Classes (882.50 AED). This amount is included in the grand total for every driving license category in Sharjah.
A beginner needs a total of 30 driving classes broken down as: 5 parking classes, 15 assessment classes, and 10 final road classes. Each class is 40 minutes long, and you can take a maximum of 2 classes per day at Al Shaab Driving School in Sharjah.
If you fail the driving test, you only need to pay for additional training classes as determined by the testing committee. You do NOT need to repay office registration fees, training card fees, taxes, or exam fees that you've already paid. The committee will assess how many extra classes you need before you can reattempt the test.
Yes! GCC and UAE nationals pay 3,072.50 AED instead of 5,357.50 AED. This is because they require fewer classes (10 total vs 30), skip the assessment phase entirely, and only need to pass 2 exams instead of 3. The reduced class requirement naturally brings down the overall cost at Sharjah driving institutes.
Each driving class in Sharjah is 40 minutes long. A trainee can take a maximum of 2 classes per day, which means up to 80 minutes (1 hour 20 minutes) of driving practice daily at Al Shaab Driving School.
An expired license holder (4,255 AED) previously held a license that has expired and needs to go through parking, assessment, and final phases with 15 total classes and 3 exams. A license holder (2,520 AED) currently holds a valid license and only needs the final phase with 5 classes and 1 exam. The license holder category is the most affordable option.
Yes, the fee structure is designed to be paid in stages. You pay 1,227.50 AED upfront for the initial step (eye test, file opening, theory). Then you pay for each subsequent phase (parking, assessment, final) separately before starting that phase. This means you don't need to pay the entire grand total at once.
The theory class fee of 882.50 AED covers the mandatory theoretical training required before you can start practical driving classes. This includes lectures on UAE traffic rules, road signs, driving regulations, and preparation for the theory/signal test. This fee is the same across all four driving license categories in Sharjah.
Most driving institutes in Sharjah accept cash, debit cards, credit cards, and bank transfers. Some institutes may also support online payment through their website or mobile app. It's best to check with your specific driving institute about their accepted payment methods before visiting.
Your journey to getting a Sharjah driving license begins with just 1,227.50 AED. Choose your category and get started today at Al Shaab Driving School.